How To Fix UCF4131 - Special item: Incorrect item type for item &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCF4 - Messages on Reclassification

• Message number: 131

• Message text: Special item: Incorrect item type for item &1

What causes this issue?

In Customizing for the special items for reclassification, you have
specified the item &V1& in the entry &V2& for statistical items for
proportionate consolidation.
The reported items for the percentage rates for proportionate
consolidation must show the item type <LS>Statistical: Balance</>.
However, item &V1& has a different item type.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Correct the Customizing for special items for reclassification: Enter
only the statistical balance items that require breakdown by quantity.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCF4131 - Special item: Incorrect item type for item &1 ?

  The SAP error message UCF4131, which states "Special item: Incorrect item type for item &1," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Universal Journal or when dealing with special items in financial accounting. This error indicates that there is a mismatch between the expected item type and the actual item type for a specific line item in a financial document.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Item Type: The item type specified for the line item does not match the expected type defined in the configuration or the business rules.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the special items in the financial accounting module, such as incorrect settings in the item category or account determination.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors can lead to incorrect item types being assigned to line items.
  Integration Issues: If the data is coming from another module or system, there may be integration issues causing the item type to be incorrect.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Item Type Configuration: Review the configuration settings for special items in the financial accounting module. Ensure that the item type for the specific line item is correctly defined.
  Validate Line Item Data: Check the line item data for any discrepancies. Ensure that the item type assigned to the line item is valid and corresponds to the expected type.
  Correct Data Entry: If the error is due to manual data entry, correct the item type in the relevant transaction or document.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on the configuration of special items and item types.
  Test in a Development Environment: If changes are made to the configuration, test them in a development or quality assurance environment before applying them to production.
  Seek Help from SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if it involves complex configurations or integrations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like FB50, FB01, or F-02 to review or correct financial documents.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is involved, review any user exits or BAdIs that may affect item type determination.
  Testing and Validation: After making changes, ensure thorough testing to validate that the issue is resolved and that no new issues are introduced.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the UCF4131 error and implement a solution to resolve it.